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WATCH | NASA's oldest astronaut Don Pettit braves dangerous cosmic journey on 70th birthday

The astronauts touched down in a remote region south-east of Zhezkazgan in Kazakhstan after undocking from the space station around three hours earlier. Trending | SCIENCE & TECH | World

This 3 crore Jacob & Co watch lets you play casino on your wrist

Jacob & Co. has introduced a new timepiece called the Casino Tourbillon, priced around ₹3.5 crore. What makes it unique? It features a working roulette game built inside the dial

'Using gamma-ray bursts': Astronomers find cosmic superstructure is bigger and nearer to Earth

Astronomers have revised the scale of the Hercules–Corona Borealis Great Wall using gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) — the most powerful known cosmic explosions. The bursts helped trace the structure’s outline more accurately than previous studies.

Hong Kong's pro-democracy party moves to disband

Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party, the Democratic Party, has initiated steps toward disbandment following a vote in which over 90% of participating members supported the move. This decision reflects the diminishing political freedoms in the city under increasing pressure from Beijing. Founded in 1994, the party has been a significant force in advocating for democratic reforms.

Annual Corgi Derby: Racing dogs compete head-to-head in Scotland

Scotland's annual Corgi Derby at Musselburgh Racecourse saw 16 enthusiastic corgis dash 230 feet in a spirited race. Four-year-old Juno clinched victory, overtaking last year's champion, Rodney, in the final stretch. Owners Alisdair Tew and Fran Brandon credited Juno's training on Edinburgh’s Portobello Beach, where she chased seagulls, for her win. The event, honoring Queen Elizabeth II's affection for corgis, was first held in 2022 to mark her 70-year reign. ​

Indian Premier League: RCB chased down the 158-run target in 18.5 overs

RCB successfully chased down the 158-run target in 18.5 overs, securing a dominant victory in the Indian Premier League. The team's consistent batting performance led them to a comfortable win, with key contributions from their top order.

Indonesia: 100 military battalions planned to enforce government agenda

Indonesia plans to deploy 100 military battalions across the country to support and enforce its national development agenda. The move has sparked debate over the growing role of the military in civilian affairs and governance.

Maharashtra divided over Hindi in schools; opposition unites against BJP's push

In Maharashtra, the state government's initiative to promote Hindi in schools has ignited significant political debate. Opposition parties, including the Shiv Sena (UBT), have criticized the move, arguing that it undermines the prominence of Marathi and imposes Hindi on non-Hindi-speaking regions. Shiv Sena leaders have expressed concerns over the government's reference to Hindi as the 'national language' in official documents, emphasizing that Hindi holds the status of an official language, not a national one. ​

China: China's H-bomb allows precise control over blast intensity

China has reportedly developed a hydrogen bomb capable of precise control over its blast intensity, marking a significant advancement in its nuclear weapons technology.

'Crooks are pointing fingers at me,' Mohammad Azharuddin challenges HCA stand order

Sports, Cricket: The petition alleged that Azharuddin misused his position by getting a resolution passed in December 2019 to name the stand after himself.

WWE WrestleMania 41: Will Seth Rollins join forces with Cena, Rock during Night 2 main event? Possible!

With Heyman turning on his former allies, he could help Seth scale heights in this company that he always longed for despite being the top star for half a decade. Sports

‘Very alarming,’ say researchers on detecting microplastics in human ovary follicular fluid

Trending | Science & Technology: Men are more susceptible to the toxic effects, but women are also possibly impacted by things like ovarian dysfunction, reduced oocyte maturation, and a lower capacity for fertilisation.

'Beg our government to stop war': Families of hostages take to Gaza border, plead for safe return of loved ones

World news: Banners featuring hostage Elkana Bohbot's picture conveyed a sense of urgency, coming just a day after Hamas released an undated and edited video of him, fueling concerns for his safety and the safety of other Israeli hostages.

Karnataka: Retired Karnataka DGP found murdered at Bengaluru residence

Retired DGP Om Prakash, a 1981-batch IPS officer, was found dead at his residence in Bengaluru. Police are actively investigating the motive behind this shocking murder.

Udhayanidhi Stalin accuses Centre of using NEET, three-language policy to ‘impose’ Hindi in TN

He recalled that the College holds significance as in 1986 students belonging to the educational institution staged a protest when there was 'imposition' of Hindi in the State. India news

Sleep Like a PM? Boris Johnson's used bed for sale on eBay for THIS insane amount

Trending | World | Discover a unique opportunity to own a vintage bed once allegedly belonging to former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, now available on eBay for just under £1000.

‘I know I am not 25 any more but…,’ De Bruyne ‘shocked’ over Manchester City exit

De Bruyne admitted he was shocked not to receive a new contract offer because he believes he can still shine at the highest level. Sports, Football

US top court halts deportation of Venezuelans

The US Supreme Court has ordered the trump administration not to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members and this comes after lawyers representing the Venezuelan immigrants urged for the top court's intervention as trump administration invoked alien enemies act against them. Watch in for more details!

US begins withdrawal of forces from five bases in Syria

The United States has initiated a significant drawdown of its military presence in Syria, beginning the withdrawal of forces from five bases in the northeastern region. This move is part of a broader plan to reduce U.S. troop numbers in Syria from approximately 2,000 to under 1,000 over the coming months. The decision aligns with ongoing efforts to reassess America's military engagements abroad and reflects a shift in focus within the U.S. Central Command. ​